Build Your Career in Chemistry That Matters
At Acme Chemicals, you'll work on real problems — formulating products that make manufacturing cleaner, water safer, and industries more sustainable.
Why scientists choose Acme
We offer something rare in the chemical industry: the scale of a global company with the intellectual freedom of a research institution. Our scientists publish papers, file patents, and attend conferences — because great science needs to be shared.
- Competitive salaries benchmarked at 75th percentile
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous 401(k) with 6% company match
- $5,000 annual education and conference budget
- 10% of time for independent research projects
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Relocation assistance available
A place where chemistry and culture thrive
Intellectual Curiosity
We celebrate questions and reward people who challenge assumptions and find better ways of doing things.
Global Perspective
With teams in 22 countries, we bring diverse backgrounds and thinking to every project — and offer global mobility for high performers.
Sustainability Mission
Our people are proud to work on chemistry that's making industry more sustainable. It's not just our job — it's our mission.
Growth Mindset
Clear career paths, formal mentorship programs, and leadership development tracks for every level and discipline.
Current opportunities
Senior Formulation Chemist — Surfactants
Lead the development of next-generation bio-based surfactant formulations for personal care and industrial cleaning applications. PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required, 5+ years experience.
Apply NowProcess Engineer — Water Treatment
Optimize production processes for our water treatment chemical lines. Drive yield improvements, quality consistency, and safety programs at our main Texas facility. BS/MS Chemical Engineering.
Apply NowRegulatory Affairs Specialist — REACH
Manage REACH dossier preparation, SVHC notifications, and authorization applications for our European portfolio. Minimum 3 years REACH experience required.
Apply NowTechnical Sales Manager — Electronics
Drive growth in our semiconductor and electronics chemicals business across the western US and Asia-Pacific accounts. Chemistry background with 5+ years technical sales experience preferred.
Apply NowSustainability Manager — Life Cycle Analysis
Lead LCA studies across our product portfolio, support carbon accounting, and work with product development to accelerate our green chemistry roadmap. Background in environmental science or chemical engineering.
Apply NowQuality Control Analyst — Pharmaceutical Grade
Perform analytical testing on pharmaceutical-grade chemical raw materials. Experience with HPLC, GC, and wet chemistry methods required. BS Chemistry or related field.
Apply NowI joined Acme straight from my PhD program and immediately found myself leading real formulation projects with commercial impact. The learning curve is steep — in the best possible way.
Senior Polymer Chemist, Houston R&D Center (joined 2019)
Don't see the right role?
We're always interested in outstanding chemists, engineers, and business professionals. Send your CV to our talent team.